Moving to Minnesota? Get My FREE Minnesota Relocation Guide

Everything you need to know before relocating to the Twin Cities — including where to live, jobs, winter, things to do, the home-buying process, and how to plan your move from another state.

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Planning a Move to Minnesota Can Feel Overwhelming.

If you're moving from another state, you probably have questions that go far beyond finding a house.

Which Twin Cities suburbs should you consider? What is winter actually like? What areas fit your lifestyle and budget? How does buying a home work when you live hundreds—or thousands—of miles away?

I created the Official Moving to Minnesota Relocation Guide to help you answer those questions and start building a plan before your move becomes urgent.

Inside the Guide You'll Learn:

🏙 Where to Live
Learn how different parts of the Twin Cities compare and which communities may fit what you're looking for.

💼 Jobs & Economy
Get a better understanding of employment and major industries in Minnesota.

❄️ Minnesota Winter
What winter is actually like—and what you'll want before your first one.

🏡 Relocating & Buying a Home
Learn how the relocation process works when you're buying from another state.

🎯 Mistakes to Avoid
Learn the common mistakes people make when relocating and how to avoid them.

✓ Relocation Checklist
Know what you should be doing 6–12 months, 3–6 months and 60–90 days before your move.

Meet Your Minnesota Relocation Resource

Hi, I'm Brandon Archie.

I'm a Minnesota Realtor® and the creator of the Moving to Minnesota YouTube channel. I've lived in Minnesota my entire life and specialize in helping people relocate to the Twin Cities from across the country.

I created this guide because choosing where to live is one of the hardest parts of moving to Minnesota—especially when you're trying to make those decisions from another state.

My goal is to help you understand the area, narrow down your options and create a plan for your move—whether you're moving next month or next year.

  • We reached out to Brandon in early 2025 after finding him through his YouTube videos, and he was fantastic from the very beginning. He took the time to video chat with us and answer all of our questions. When we visited Minnesota in May, Brandon was kind enough to show us some houses and help us get a feel for the area. Our move ended up taking much longer than we originally anticipated, but Brandon was incredibly patient and understanding. He checked in often enough that we knew he hadn’t forgotten about us, but never so much that we felt pressured. He even helped connect my husband with a place to rent while I worked on getting our Arizona home ready to sell. Nearly 18 months after we first reached out to him, Brandon helped us find our perfect Minnesota home quickly! We truly can’t say enough great things about our “Favorite MN Realtor.” Brandon went above and beyond and we’re so grateful for his patience, kindness, and genuine dedication to helping us get here. Thank you, Brandon, for sticking with us through the ridiculously long journey. We couldn’t be happier with our new home! ❤️

    Jamie Vorves- Phoenix, AZ

  • I reached out to Brandon after watching his videos on moving to MN (which helped narrow down the areas I thought I’d like to live immensely). I was not disappointed. He is as great in person as he is on the videos. He listened, was patient as we walked through multiple houses (often changing our list of ‘wants’ and ‘needs’), and was responsive when I reached out before closing. Thanks Brandon!

    Michele Grigorioff- Portland, OR

  • Could not recommend Brandon highly enough! Brandon worked with my wife and I for several months as we searched for our perfect home while moving from out of state. When we came to visit, Brandon drove around 600 miles around the state with us helping look at houses and give us recommendations and information about the surrounding areas and houses. Throughout the process Brandon kept in touch, gave updates and information as it was needed to keep us informed on what was going on as we were over 1000 miles away. Brandon will not steer you wrong and will only make your home buying process easier!

    Jacob and Kristina Welch- Boise, ID

Ready To Start Planning Your Move?

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Get practical information about the Twin Cities, where to live, winter, jobs, things to do, common relocation mistakes and the process of buying a home from another state.

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Let's Start Planning Your Move.

If your move is becoming more than just an idea, you don't have to wait. Schedule a complimentary Minnesota relocation consultation and let's talk about your timeline, budget, housing needs and which Twin Cities communities may be worth considering.

FAQ’s

  • Yes. The Official Moving to Minnesota Relocation Guide is completely free and designed for people considering relocating to Minnesota or the Twin Cities.

  • The guide covers Twin Cities communities, where to live, jobs, Minnesota winters, things to do, common relocation mistakes, the home-buying process and a relocation checklist.

  • Ideally, start researching several months before your anticipated move. Even if you're 6–12 months away, you can begin comparing communities, understanding housing options and building a relocation plan.

  • Yes. Many parts of the process can be handled remotely, including virtual consultations, home searches and virtual tours. Your specific purchase process will depend on your circumstances.

  • Yes. Brandon specializes in helping people relocate to the Twin Cities and can help you compare communities based on your housing needs, budget, commute and lifestyle.